I had been going back and forth on the perfect black bag. It feels like I spent all summer popping in and out of stores and poring over pages and pages online looking for the right bag. One that I can carry around for errands and one that can work for night events and one that fits everything I need for work.
Because I’m going to be working and spending a lot more time (finger crossed) writing, I need a bag that can essentially turn into a traveling desk for me. Laptop, notebooks, wallet, all of the essentials. Kate Spade released images and the cutest video of the 2 Park Avenue Beau Bag and to say that I was lusting over it would be an understatement. Chic, great structure, and a bow? I’m in.
Isn’t the video fun?
I’ve been carrying it around all week to and from events and dinners and fashion shows. So in love!
I am a sucker for anything with a bow on it, and I just love Kate Spade! By the way, I also love you whole outfit, that dress is such a classic, gotta love J.Crew!
I would own that bag in every color if my mom didn't track my bank account! I am addicted to it. I just got my first Kate Spade — one of the golf-themed totes — and I can honestly say it is the most wonderful, hearty bag I've ever had. And her little clutch bags are so handy!!
Oh my goodness, the black one is so perfect. Its professional but fun! I have a hard time picking black anything, especially bags but this one is on my wish list
Oh this is so funny because I just wrote a blog post about this bag! It's not going up until Friday though. I am obsessed with the black Beau! Is it heavy? That is my only concern, that the bag itself is super heavy because it's so large.
It's gorgeous, but for $500?! No thanks!! I'll stick with the KSNY and Coach bags I've bought at outlet stores or found at consignment shops. They may be off-season, but at least I'm not spending half my paycheck on one…
OMG I want that Beau bag sooo badly. I'm so jealous KS gifted it to you. Such a beautiful bag that will be classic through the years. I love how you paired it with the scalloped black dress. I want your life Carly. -Alex http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I want the leopard one… Yep, the 900+ dollar one! It's very cute. Look forward to seeing how you style it. Let us know how it ends up working out on terms of carrying your laptop and stuff around! I'd be interested to know!
You are such a great blogger! You inspired me to start my own blog (though it will never be nearly as good!) Thank you for inspiring me and inspiring others! I love Kate Spade and this bag is probably my favorite one that she has! Too bad I'm a broke college student. I'll settle for looking at it though and aspiring to be something great one day, like you and Kate Spade. Keep it up! Love this blog (and your instagram and pinterest!) Much Love, Danielle
I wrote down a list of things I wanted to do for fun in 2024. I crossed off exactly zero of them (having a baby will do that to ya) and my only hope of accomplishing one would be to host a cookie exchange! I wanted to SO bad but I was also feeling exhausted after a long year (losing a dog, having a baby, running a business, etc.) and I didn’t know if I had hosting a party in me. I sent out the invitations and told myself I’d figure it out. There was no going back! It was SO FUN though and I will be doing this again. I feel like so much of the holidays as a mom is spent making the magic for kids. It’s Santa meet and greets, Christmas shopping, holiday pageants…. And then seeing Santa again (and again and again). THIS party was for us! 🥂
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Holding on for dear life this December ❤️ I have had SO MANY conversations this week with my friends near and far and we are *all* struggling. I have to say, just knowing it’s not just me feeling the pressure of “end of year-holiday magic- cold/flu/stomach bug season-darkest days of the year,” has made it a little easier to handle. Don’t forget to take care of yourself, too 😮💨 (Telling myself this because I could use the reminder too!)
If I hadn’t already mailed our Christmas cards*, I would be ordering a reprint because this first photo is IT. ⭐️💂🏻♀️
*Actually only half because for some reason, I didn’t order enough? Our list must have grown over the past year or I just underestimated how many people were on it! I had to order more so the second half will be going out later whoops!!
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I am a sucker for anything with a bow on it, and I just love Kate Spade! By the way, I also love you whole outfit, that dress is such a classic, gotta love J.Crew!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.blogspot.com/
I would own that bag in every color if my mom didn't track my bank account! I am addicted to it. I just got my first Kate Spade — one of the golf-themed totes — and I can honestly say it is the most wonderful, hearty bag I've ever had. And her little clutch bags are so handy!!
I love this bag so so much! I really like the wallet version of the bag too 🙂
Hunter
http://www.preponabudget.com
I have been eyeing this bag for the last week and I just can't decide if I want the black one or the pink and red! Decisions, decisions!
Love love love that bag! That would be a perfect bag for all of the stuff I throw in my purse! 🙂
xoxo,
Brie
Love this little black bag! I'm a big fan of classic bags and anything with a bow on it! Win-win!
Gorgeous bag! I love it!
Your hair is sooo pretty here!
Oh my goodness, the black one is so perfect. Its professional but fun! I have a hard time picking black anything, especially bags but this one is on my wish list
love it, want it! love the pink/red and animal print one too – so fun!
I LOVE YOUR WHOLE ENSEMBLE!!!!
I've been looking for the perfect Kate Spade bag to carry around the weekend on errands…but really, they're ALL perfect! This makes it more difficult!
Your Friend, Jess
I adore this bag! It's gorgeous! And it comes in red and pink which I adore.
Mana
Fashion and Happy Things
I NEED it! It's gorgeous!
I've been looking for a new wallet… any suggestions? Love your outfit!
Oh this is so funny because I just wrote a blog post about this bag! It's not going up until Friday though. I am obsessed with the black Beau! Is it heavy? That is my only concern, that the bag itself is super heavy because it's so large.
KK
http://www.preppypinkcrocodile.com
That is gorgeous, and what a cute video too!
It's gorgeous, but for $500?! No thanks!! I'll stick with the KSNY and Coach bags I've bought at outlet stores or found at consignment shops. They may be off-season, but at least I'm not spending half my paycheck on one…
OMG I want that Beau bag sooo badly. I'm so jealous KS gifted it to you. Such a beautiful bag that will be classic through the years. I love how you paired it with the scalloped black dress. I want your life Carly.
-Alex
http://www.monstermisa.blogspot.com/
I want the leopard one… Yep, the 900+ dollar one! It's very cute. Look forward to seeing how you style it. Let us know how it ends up working out on terms of carrying your laptop and stuff around! I'd be interested to know!
Stahhp they did not send you a free one!! Sooo jealous I want this bag so bad.
love that bag! i would buy it in a heartbeat if it came in navy or cognac. (or a combo of both!)
I love this outfit on you!
Adorable look and love the new bag!
http://blog.buggydesigns.com/
You are such a great blogger! You inspired me to start my own blog (though it will never be nearly as good!) Thank you for inspiring me and inspiring others! I love Kate Spade and this bag is probably my favorite one that she has! Too bad I'm a broke college student. I'll settle for looking at it though and aspiring to be something great one day, like you and Kate Spade. Keep it up! Love this blog (and your instagram and pinterest!)
Much Love,
Danielle
wow, this outfit is p.e.r.f.e.c.t!!!
and it's great to re-read your old posts and to compare your younger self with the Carly you are now.
This is really an awesome and unique clothing idea that you have shared.Good to watch.
http://www.apparelnbags.com/store/golf-apparel.htm
Thanks so much for sharing the link for the navy dress on Facebook! You look fabulous in this and I just ordered one for me. Have a great day 🙂